Obituaries

Judith E. METCALF

BACKER, ­­­­78, of Westfield, PA, died Wednesday, December 4, 2024 in Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY.  Arrangements will be announced by OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  

Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Freida M. (Stone) Goodyear:  Loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister

Freida M. Goodyear, 79, of 7250 Kossuth Road, Bolivar, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 after a lengthy illness.

Born on August 16, 1945, in Little Genesee, she was a daughter of C. Fred and Margaret L. Windsor Stone.  On June 27, 1964, in Eldred, she married William Goodyear who predeceased her November 12, 2021.

She was a graduate of Bolivar Central School Class of 1963 and was proud to be a Bulldog.  She then went to work as a telephone operator for Bell Telephone, Bolivar Office, for several years.

At one time she owned and operated the Kozy Kitchen and the This and That Shop with her husband.  She then worked for Al & Pete Glintz in their store from 1986-1995.  She was a housekeeper numerous families in the Bolivar Area and had also worked at the Bolivar Shop and Save, but retired in 2013 to spend more time with her husband.

Always wanting to help others Freida served her community as a life member of the Bolivar Fire Department where she served as secretary for 14 years and also was on the Ambulance Squad.  She later joined the Richburg Fire Department and was also a member of the Followers of the Way Church in Nile, and donated time at the Little Genesee Church Food Pantry and Bolivar Food Pantry

She was extremely appreciative of her family and friends that she met throughout her life and she wanted everyone to know how much they meant to her, her grandchildren were the highlight of her life.

Vivian “Jeannine” (Parks) Schreiber, 92, a resident of Christ the King Manor, DuBois and formerly of 185 Center Street, Elk Towers, St. Marys, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Christ the King Manor after a brief illness. 

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.

Thomas E. Wilson                “beloved husband”

Thomas E. “Tom” Wilson, 77, a lifelong resident of Hebron, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

Born on Wednesday, August 13, 1947 in Coudersport, he was a son of James E. and Delores V. Gilbert Wilson.  On April 19, 1965 in Olean, NY, he married Ruth L. Hanley, who survives.

Tom was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1965.  After graduating he worked with his father in the family business.

Tom was a member of Eulalia Lodge #342 F&AM, Coudersport and was a member of the Coudersport Consistory.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing softball and baseball.  He very much enjoyed his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events.  His greatest loves were his wife, his family, and animals of all kinds.

Calonae Dawne Copeland, 83, of Smethport, passed away Monday (December 2, 2024) at Olean General Hospital in Olean, NY, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born September 9, 1941 in Saybrook, PA, the daughter of Carl Avery and Lucy Ella (Campbell) Nelson. On August 25, 1979, in Pittsburgh, PA, she married John R. Copeland, who survives. John and Calonae met at The Maples Inn in Crosby while dancing the night away. Together they have traveled the world and built a great legacy for their family. 

Mrs. Copeland was a graduate of Smethport High School Class of 1960 and was employed in various jobs over the years. Later in life, she enjoyed giving back to the community by volunteering her time at the Pink Elephant in Smethport.

Calonae was a member of the American Legion Bucktail Post #138 of Smethport, the Smethport VFW Post #2497, the Crosby and Smethport United Methodist Churches and the Norwich Twp. Fire Dept. Auxiliary.

Calonae never met a stranger; spending hours chatting while out running a simple errand. She loved playing the lottery and bingo.  In earlier years, she was a member of a bowling league.  Calonae enjoyed playing Euchre on Thursday nights at the VFW. She was an avid reader and loved sharing her baked goods with the community. Chances are if you’re reading this you enjoyed her chocolate-covered goodies. Calonae loved her cat, “Baby”, and spending as much time as possible with her family and friends. For almost five decades Calonae rooted for her beloved Pittsburgh Pirates while listening to them broadcast over the radio, and in most recent years, on television. Calonae could be heard from miles away screaming “Let’s Go, Bucs!” Above all else, Calonae loved being “Grandma Calonae.”

Calonae had a servant’s heart and often worried about others before herself, especially when it came to her husband, John.

Calonae’s name was as unique as her. Often mispronounced, Calonae (Kuh-lon-ee) is a Hawaiian name for “The Sky” and given by her mother who had a similarly named pen-pal from Hawaii in the 1930s.

Carol Ann Marcus, 81, of 2611 West Washington Street, Bradford, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 25, 2024, at the Olean General Hospital. 

Born on July 24, 1943, in Buffalo, NY, she was a daughter of the late Aaron and Mildred (Ballerstein) Graham. 

On May 3, 1997, in Sevierville, TN, she married Steven B. Marcus who survives. 

Schelvia J. Bliss

Schelvia J. Bliss, 77, of Friendship, passed away Tue., Dec. 3, 2024 at home after a lengthy illness.

Born on October 28, 1947, in Friendship, she was a daughter of Lyman and Evelyn Horton Bliss.

Schelvia was a graduate of Friendship Central School.

She had worked for Jones Chemical Company in Friendship and later was a maintenance worker at the Friendship Rest Area.

Her favorite football team was the Buffalo Bills and she enjoyed watching Walker Texas Ranger movies, but spending time with her family brought her the greatest joy.

Stanley Zimbicki, Jr., 74, of Russell, PA., died suddenly of a heart attack after shooting his buck on the opening day of deer season, November 30, 2024. 

He was born in Pittsburgh, PA., on August 21, 1950, he was the son of Dorothy Hoeflich and Stanley Zimbicki, Sr.  Stanley has resided in Russell, PA., area for many years.  He was employed in Jamestown, N.Y. as a welder at Dawsons, retiring from there. 

He was an accomplished trapshooter, he loved to hunt and fish.  His greatest joys in life were spending time with his family and friends. He is remembered for being a great dad, husband and brother.

Edward E. Sayers, 83, of Bradford, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born on February 5, 1941, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Paul and Marian (Cobb) Sayers.

He attended Bradford Area High School. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on September 14, 1961, and served until his honorable discharge on January 14, 1966.  He received a Good Conduct Medal.

On November 23, 1963, in St. Bernard Church he married Delores “Dee” (Henderson) Sayers, who survives.

Jerry P. Schwab, 80, of 287 Minard Run Road, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born July 7, 1944, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Joseph and Opal (Nuhfer) Schwab. He was a 1962 graduate of Otto Eldred High School.

On October 9,1965, he married Linda C. (Mesler) Schwab, who preceded him in death on June 16, 2021.

Jerry had been employed at Zippo Manufacturing Company prior to his retirement. After he retired, he was a delivery man for Ott & McHenry Pharmacy.

Jerry enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren.

Daryl John “DJ” Bauer, 65, of Bedford, NH passed away peacefully on Friday, November 8th, 2024.

He was born in St. Mary’s, PA on March 22nd, 1959, to the late Clarence and Phyllis (Ford) Bauer. DJ attended Williamsport Community College and completed his certification in Construction Carpentry.

Most recently, DJ worked as a technician at L3 Harris. Prior to that he worked as a dedicated carpenter and Project Manager for 27 years.

DJ was a man of many interests. He was an avid billiards player and baseball enthusiast as well as a die-hard New England sports fan. He was especially proud to have witnessed the Red Sox end their 86-year World Series drought in 2004. DJ’s passion for sports extended from playing to coaching little league baseball as well as soccer, where he instilled a love of the game in countless young athletes. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends; however, most of all he cherished being a Papa to his granddaughters, who he took every opportunity to show off. DJ was someone you could always count on to go out of his way to support your endeavors, and would tell you when he was proud of you.

Calonae D. Copeland, 83, of Smethport, passed away Monday (December 2, 2024) at Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.

A full obituary will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport

Donald “Dude” METCALF, 55, of Westfield, PA, died Saturday, November 30, 2024 at his home.  

Born January 14, 1969, in Wellsville, NY, he was the son of Wayne R. “Tiny” and Connie L. Schoonover Metcalf.  On July 4, 1989, in Westfield, he married Mistie L. Proctor, who survives.  A 1987 graduate of Northern Potter High School, he was employed as a truck driver for 11 years and was last employed by PennDOT as a heavy equipment operator.  An outdoorsman, Dude enjoyed hunting, archery, fishing, four-wheeling, and spending time with his grandchildren.  

Peter G. Frederick, 71, of 1434 Summit Road, Rew, passed away Saturday November 30, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born April 18, 1953, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Leonard Frederick and Eva Mae (Platko) Burns.

Pete was a 1971 graduate of Bradford Area High School. After graduation he would go on to work for Coca Cola in Bradford. He owned and operated Pete’s T&A for many years. Over the years he also worked at Case Cutlery, Miles Bradford, Snap-On, Universal Well Services. His last 15 years he owned and operated HandyMan Services in the Bradford and surrounding area.
 
Pete was a proud member of the NRA, a blood donor, and Vice President of the Rew Water Association. He also loved racing stock cars, attending racetracks, hunting, and spending time with his children.

Leigh Hart, 75, of 14 Poplin Avenue, Bradford, passed away comfortably, Saturday, November 30, 2024, surrounded by her family, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born April 19, 1949, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Stanley A. Spetz and Lula (Haight) Hensley. She was a graduate of Jamestown School for Girls.

On April 30, 1969, in Bradford, she married Victor Hart who preceded her in death on March 9, 2013.

Leigh had been employed over 40 years at KOA Speer Electronics.  

Walter R. Lane, age 89, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Friday, November 29, 2024.  He was born on May 12, 1935 in Oaklyn, NJ, a son of the late Wells and Jenny (Chapman) Lane and was married for 55 years to the late Verna S. (Hollenbach) Lane who passed away in 2017.   

He was a Korean War Veteran serving with the US Marine Corps.  Walter was retired from Dresser Industries, Wellsboro, PA and was an avid hunter, gardener, and a huge Pittsburgh Pirates fan as well as a Penn State Football fan. 

He is survived by a son: Michael (Lori) Lane of Wellsboro, PA, and three grandchildren: Steve Lane, Katie Lane and Sean Lane. 

He was predeceased by a son: Robert Lane in 2007. 

Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.

Richard Armstrong McWilliams, 85, a resident of the Rouse Home, Youngsville, PA., and formerly of Warren, PA., died Sunday evening, December 1, 2024, after an extended illness.  Richard was born November 22, 1939, in Warren, PA.  He was the son of Robert and Addie Armstrong McWilliams.  He was a lifelong Warren area resident.  Richard was employed as a policeman with Mead Township Police Department, retiring a Chief.  He loved to restore antiques, and work on older objects.

He was a member of First Methodist Church, and Pennsylvania Police Association. 

Richard has no known survivors.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at Oakland Cemetery, Warren, PA., with Rev. Dr. Mark Hecht, Pastor, officiating.   Those wishing to email condolences may do so by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com  The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Corinne K. Wilson, 72, a resident of Chapel Ridge for 15 years, passed away, Saturday, November 30, 2024, at her residence.

Born September 9, 1952, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Dick Dwight and Beverly Jean (Mesler) Wilson. She was a 1970 graduate of Bradford High School.

She loved her family and her Chapel Ridge family.

Surviving are two daughters, Nicole St. Louis, of New York, and Natalie O’Brien, of New Jersey, two sisters, Carol (William) Huber, of Bradford, and Connie (the late Walter) Farrell, of Tyrone, six nieces and nephews, Michele (Bob) Chapman, Shawn (Stephanie) Huber, Rob (Lori) Huber, Andrea (Jeff) Gallup, Stephanie Farrell, and Melissa (James) Schneider, 10 grandnieces and grandnephews, Olivia Stafford-Chapman, Amelia Chapman Palmer, Seth Huber, Alexis Huber, Kate Huber, Mia Huber, Grace Gallup, George Gallop, Jacob Schneider, and Jonathon Schneider.

Family will receive friends on Monday, December 9, 2024, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Chapel in the Bradford Ecumenical Home, at 11:00 am funeral services will be held with Rev. Edward Walk, Associate Pastor of St. Bernard Church officiating. She will be laid to rest with her parents in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Chapel Ridge, or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences, if desired, maybe expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Wayne J. Converse, 68, of Wellsboro, passed away Wednesday November 27, 2024, at UPMC Williamsport. He was born July 26, 1956, in Wellsville, NY, the son of the late Vernie House and Louise Onalee (Whitaker) Converse. He married the former Patricia Marie Stidfole on February 15, 1988 and celebrated 44 years of marriage until her passing in 2022.

Wayne was a truck driver for over 30 years and a veteran of the Army.  He enjoyed fishing, model cars, and watching NASCAR.

Kelly L. Wieder               “servant of the Lord”

Kelly L. Wieder, 62, of Shinglehouse, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA, after a long illness.

Born on Wednesday, January 17, 1962 in Sellersville, she was a daughter of Kenneth W. “Ken” and Kay F. Lesh Wieder.

Kelly was a graduate of Upper Bucks Christian School in Bucks County, PA.  At the time of her death, Kelly was the financial advisor of the Edward Jones Investments Office, Buffalo Street, Coudersport.

She was a member of Grace Bible Independent Baptist Church in Shinglehouse where she was active in the J.A.M. Club, Prayer Pals and the Seedline Ministry through the church.  Kelly was the president of Volunteers That Care in Coudersport. She met with the “June Bugs”.  She loved animals of all kinds.  She also loved traveling with her best friend, Tina Ferrell and had gone on worldwide mission trips.

Donald Douglas “Dude” METCALF, 55, of Westfield, PA, died Saturday, November 30, 2024 at his home.  

Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Diane L. Kirk, 78,  Limestone, NY, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the Bradford Manor.

Born on January 9, 1946, in Wooster OH, she was a daughter of the late Charles Jackson and Pauline Marie (Hull) Kirk Sr. She was a 1965 graduate from Limestone High School.

Veronica Albaugh

Veronica F. Albaugh, 87, of Clarendon, PA., died Sunday morning, December 2, 2024, at Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA., after an extended illness. 

A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.

Stanley Zimbicki, Jr.

Stanley Zimbicki, Jr. died Saturday, November 30, 2024, after an apparent heart attack, after shooting his deer on opening day of Pennsylvania Deer Season. 

A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.

EllaMae “Ellie” Bockus, 74, of Middlebury Center, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Guthrie Corning Hospital.  She was born on May 9, 1950, in Blossburg, daughter of the late Charles E. Haner and Florence (Crawford) Gleason.  She married James Roland Bockus on August 2, 1969, and has celebrated 55 years of marriage. 

Ellie graduated from Corning West High School, Class of 1969. She worked at the Sherwood Motel and in the cafeteria for the Wellsboro School District.  Ellie was a member of the First Baptist Church, Wellsboro.  She enjoyed working with small children, gardening, nature and bird watching, riding motorcycles with her husband, and spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Ellie is survived by a son: James M.  (Lisa) Bockus of Erin, NY; a daughter: Jennifer L. (Jimmie) Leach of Wellsboro; a sister, Annie Monroe of Elmira, NY; an aunt, Jean Pier of Wellsboro; grandchildren: Samantha, Joey, Parker, and Hailie, step-granddaughter, Lauren Russen, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  In addition to her parents, Ellie was preceded in death by a brother, Charles E. Haner, a stepbrother, Pat Collins, and nephews, Chuck and Mike.

At Ellie and her family’s request, the services and burial will be private.

The family suggest memorial contributions in Ellie’s name be made to the Guthrie Corning Cancer Center, 2 Guthrie Dr., Corning, NY 14830.

Ellie’s arrangements are in the care of the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro. To share a memory or condolence visit www.tusseymosher.com.